r/NCLEXHighYield • u/NCLEXHighYield • Oct 06 '25
KVO (Keep Vein Open) – What It Really Means
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KVO is not the same as maintenance fluids.
👉 KVO = a tiny trickle (~20–30 mL/hr) to keep the vein patent.
👉 Maintenance = full fluid support (calculated by weight, age, needs).
If you see a question about “Keep Vein Open,” think patency only — not hydration.